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Barnes' Notes on 1 Samuel 1:5

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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A worthy portion - Probably as in the margin. Naturally she would have had a single portion of the sacrifice (compare 1 Samuel 9:23), but because of his love to her he gave her a double portion, enough for two people (compare Genesis 43:34). return to 'Top of Page'
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